Overview
This role involves supporting the Internal Controls Manager by evaluating and improving internal control processes designed to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting. The position requires regular assessment of internal controls' effectiveness, identifying areas for improvement, and supporting compliance with the COSO internal controls framework, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), and other relevant regulations.
Responsibilities
- Assist in executing the annual risk assessment at the Financial Statement Line Item and process level to determine appropriate control mix and coverage.
- Collaborate with business and IT process and control owners to design and document internal control processes through annual walkthroughs, including standardizing control documentation.
- Perform annual testing of in-scope controls, communicate deficiencies, and align with control owners on remediation plans.
- Track and follow up on remediation activities to ensure timely resolution of control deficiencies.
- Support preparation of ongoing monitoring updates for Finance & Accounting leadership, Audit Committee, and other stakeholders.
- Educate business and IT process and control owners on their roles and responsibilities within the internal controls program.
- Maintain and enhance the use of Workiva or similar governance, risk, and compliance tools supporting the Internal Controls program.
- Support the annual Fraud Risk Assessment, including evaluation of internal controls covering key fraud risks.
- Coordinate with external auditors to provide control documentation for annual financial statement audits.
- Identify opportunities to automate control activities or implement technology solutions to improve program efficiency.
- Proactively raise concerns related to changes in people, processes, and technology impacting internal controls.
- Assist Finance & Accounting leadership and the Internal Controls Manager with other internal controls projects and initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience with internal controls, including Sarbanes-Oxley, internal audit, external audit, or operational risk functions.
- Knowledge of Workiva or similar governance, risk, and compliance technologies (e.g., AuditBoard).
- Strong financial acumen with high attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to identify risk points in accounting and non-accounting processes.
- Understanding of GAAP financial statements, reporting, and IT general controls.
- Experience managing multiple work-streams concurrently across various functions and teams.
- Experience in internal control programs within highly regulated industries such as insurance or banking is highly desirable.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong interpersonal and written communication skills with the ability to build trusted relationships with business stakeholders.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: $85,000—$105,000 USD
- Competitive cash compensation
- Equity participation
- Comprehensive health plans
- Generous paid time off
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Generous parental and caregiver leave
Location
This is a remote position. Candidates must live and work in the United States (territories excluded) and have access to reliable, high-speed internet.
Additional Information
The employer is an equal opportunity organization and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.
The organization participates in the E-Verify program.
Safety Note: The recruitment process will never require candidates to provide credit card information or purchase equipment.
Use of AI in Hiring
AI-powered tools may be used to assist in initial application screening and interview evaluation to support a fair and consistent hiring process. All AI outputs are subject to human oversight and decision-making.